Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
50-00-0
Name of the chemical
Formaldehyde
Concentration
4%
EC/CAS
67-56-1
Name of the chemical
Methanol
Concentration
1-5%
General Information
Revision date
2014-11-18
Product name
FORMALDEHYDE SOLUTION,
Product Synonyms
FORMALDEHYDE SOLUTION,
Emergency telephone
908-859-2151
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Avantor Performance Materials, Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
Physical hazards
Flammable liquids Category 4
Health hazards
Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 5 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2A Skin sensitizer Category 1 Carcinogenicity Category 2 Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Single Category 11. Exposure Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Single Category 22. Exposure 1. Eyes, Central nervous system 2. Respiratory System, Skin, digestive system, Eyes
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
May be harmful if swallowed. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause an allergic skin reaction. Suspected of causing cancer. Causes damage to organs. Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. Combustible liquid.
Prevention
Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking. Wash thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
Response
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists Get medical advice/attention. IF ON SKIN Wash with plenty of soap and water. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
Storage
Store locked up. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an appropriate treatment and disposal facility in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, and product characteristics at time of disposal. Other hazards which do not None. result in GHS classification: